1969 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1985 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 375 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1985 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Capri | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
